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Re: bleach? >>>" Mike, what do you carry bleach for?"<<< It is not something I carry every time. I use a couple drops of bleach for the final rinse of dishes when going with a full group of scouts. It is a ... |
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Re: Salt and Pepper containers? Personally I collect those individual Salt and Pepper packets and include a couple for each meal. The left over wrapper can be used to start a fire (if you dare to have one) or adds little weight t... |
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Re: Lightweight gear for Scout troop I think there is something out of whack with Phil’s’ lists. I do not believe they represent a true comparison. In the “Typical Boy Scout Backpacking Gear” list under the section of “Cloth... |
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Re: gear I would commit crimes for <> Got my FF 30 degree Polarguard-D a couple months ago. I love it. If I plan to do sub zero I'll add the Nunatak Arc Alpinist. |
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Re: Wide Brim or Ball Cap? (fixed) Wide Brim Tilley TH4; weighs a little more that the the TH5, but offers much more shade. I have tried the baseball style hat with a bandana, but it is just to close to the skin for good airflow. ... |
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Re: Re: Re: Water filter comparisons Dale - That is the exact setup I made earlier. The Big Zip does need a little persuasion in closing its zipper without leaking. I put a Silt Stopper 5 micron pre-filter before the Seychelle Elimina... |
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Re: Water filter comparisons I have the Katadyn Hiker Pro and the MSR Waterworks, of the two I prefer the Katadyn for ease of use and cleaning. However, I do like how MSR will accept a wide mouth Nalgene product directly. ... |
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Re: base layer and containers Have you looked at the Possum Down Vest on this site? It seems they have all in stock except the small size. I have the sweater and like it a lot. I figure I can roll up the sleeves if it gets a ... |
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Re: Satellite radio? >>>"Has anyone tried the XM/Delphi MyFi portable satellite radio on the trail?"<<< I have the same radio, and yes it does have similar issues as GPS units. If the overhead cover is thick, you wi... |
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Re: Tell me about Backpacks I have also heard the philosophy that if you start with a smaller pack, you are then limited to the gear you can bring, forcing you to more closely scrutinize your gear. I would not expect anyo... |
All Reader Reviews by Mike Storesund
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Photon Light Proton Personal Flashlight I would give the Proton a 4 out of 5 score primarily because of its high cost ($69). It is an excellent light if you need to do any emergency signaling at night or if you need a high intensity beam fo... |
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Six Moon Designs Lunar Solo I like the simplicity in the concept of the design. It is a combination of bivy sack and single wall tent with plenty of room that weighs in at 25 ounces. The bathtub floor and netting along the floor... |
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ULA H2O Amigo I too am a firm believer in gravity filters. It is a blessing that you can still get filtered water with little effort while you complete some other chore around camp. I have used self made gravity fi... |
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Beyond Backpacking by Ray Jardine I believe each post have their valid points. I believe the general consensus, mine included, is that Beyond Backpacking © is something that should be on every backpacker’s bookshelf. I have read and r... |
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Go Lite Speed I rate this pack a 5. I also have its smaller brother the GoLite Race, which I gave my son. For 2 pounds, not including ... |
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GoLite Breeze I have to say this is not the worst pack I ever had, but close to it. I do like the simplicity, but the straps are just killer. With 18 pounds I can carry on one shoulder and switch sides, but when ... |
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Photon Freedom Micro (White) These are great little lights! I have the White, Red and Blue with 2 clips. I wear the White and Red on my lanyard and keep the Blue on a hat clip. The Blue was bought as a joke with the Scouts... H... |
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REI Peak UL I bought these to replace my older / heavier poles. I prefer collapsible poles so I can adjust the height with my tarps and my SMD Lunar Solo. I did the research before buying and was concerned about... |
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Snow Peak Gigapower Ti I had one of these for almost a year. I thought the four pot supports were a great idea and wish more manufacturers would do so. However I had a few issues and thanks to REI return policy I was able t... |
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Brunton Crux I think this stove is the next generation of things to come. With a collapsible burner head, it folds over for 3.1 ounces of ultimate compact ability. The oversized burner head offers a better burn an... |
